” 6—Gunboats capture Memphis, Tenn., and Confederate vessels.
” 8—Battle of Cross Keys, Va. Gen. Fremont defeats Stonewall Jackson.
” 14—Union forces defeated on James Island, near Charleston, S. C.
” 18—Union troops occupy Cumberland Gap, Tenn.
” 19—Congress prohibits slavery in the Territories.
” 26—Six days fight before Richmond commenced at Mechanicsville. Union forces repulsed.
” 27—Bombardment of Vicksburg. Gen. Fremont relieved of command. Battle before Richmond renewed.
” 28—Severe battles before Richmond; enemy repulsed at night. Unionists fall back.
” 29—Battles of Peach Orchard and Savage’s Station, Va. Federal repulse.
” 30—Battle of White Oak Swamp. McClellan continues to retreat toward James river. Confederates repulsed with loss.